The Help Desk Manager’s role is to oversee the entire Help Desk staff and ensure that Agency technology users are receiving the appropriate assistance. This includes the responsibility of managing all procedures related to the identification, prioritization, and resolution of end user help requests, including the monitoring, tracking, and coordination of Help Desk functions. The Help Desk Manager will also contribute to problem resolution by giving in-person, hands-on support to end users at the desktop level.
Responsibilities <br> <p>
Strategy & Planning <br> <p>
• Establish and enforce Help Desk service commitments and response times in consultation with end users to establish problem resolution expectations and timeframes.<p> <br>
• Analyze performance of Help Desk activities and documented resolutions, identify problem areas, and devise and deliver solutions to enhance quality of service and to prevent future problems.
<p> <br>• Plan and conduct performance appraisals of Help Desk staff.<p> <br>
• Assess skill levels of Help Desk staff and identify necessary training and skills enhancements.<p> <br>
Acquisition & Deployment<p> <br>
• Collaborate with other departments to extend functionality of Help Desk software for internal staff and external clients.
<p> <br>• Conduct research on emerging products, services, protocols, and standards in support of help desk technology procurement and development efforts.<p> <br>
• Liaise with vendors for the procurement of new systems technologies, oversee installation, and resolve adaptation issues.<p> <br>
Operational Management<p> <br>
• Manage the processing of incoming calls to the Help Desk via both telephone and e-mail to ensure courteous, timely, and effective resolution of end user issues.<p> <br>
• Design and enforce request handling and escalation policies and procedures.<p> <br>
• Coordinate and/or perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, installing hardware, implementing file backups, and configuring systems and applications.
<p> <br>• Monitor and test fixes to ensure problems have been adequately resolved.<p> <br>
• Access software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and frequently asked questions resources on the Internet to aid in problem resolution.<p> <br>
• Track and analyze trends in Help Desk requests and generate statistical reports.<p> <br>
• Assess need for any system reconfigurations (minor or significant) based on request trends and make recommendations.
<p> <br>• Identify, recommend, develop, and implement end user training programs to increase computer literacy and self-sufficiency.<p> <br>
• Oversee development and dissemination of help sheets, usage guides, and FAQ lists for end users.<p> <br>
• Attend training seminars, conferences, and trade shows to broaden knowledge of current and future Help Desk issues and technologies.<p> <br>
• Oversee the development, implementation, and administration of help desk staff training procedures and policies.<p> <br>
• Train, coach, and mentor Help Desk Technicians and other junior staff. <br> <p>
Experience: MUST HAVE:<br> <p>
-4 Year Degree<br> <p>
-Management Experience
<br> <p>-Exceptional Communication Skills<br> <p>
-3rd level support experience<br> <p>
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